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BYD Dolphin vs Toyota bZ4X - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (29700 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Dolphin or Toyota bZ4X?

BYD Dolphin

Toyota bZ4X

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Dolphin has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Toyota bZ4X costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7080 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Toyota bZ4X: with 13.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the BYD Dolphin with 15.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.40 kWh.

As for range, the Toyota bZ4X performs noticeable better – achieving up to 568 km, about 141 km more than the BYD Dolphin.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota bZ4X has a clearly edge – offering 343 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 139 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota bZ4X is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.10 s, while the BYD Dolphin takes 7 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota bZ4X pulls barely noticeable stronger with 338 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 28 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BYD Dolphin is somewhat lighter – 1658 kg compared to 1970 kg. The difference is around 312 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota bZ4X offers noticeable more room – 452 L compared to 345 L. That’s a difference of about 107 L.

When it comes to payload, Toyota bZ4X slightly takes the win – 495 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota bZ4X proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota bZ4X is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota bZ4X

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 167 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.5 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 444 - 568 km
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BYD Dolphin

The BYD Dolphin is a cheeky electric hatchback that blends playful styling with surprising practicality, making it a brilliant city companion for buyers who want modern tech without the showroom bravado. It’s comfy, efficient and easy to live with, and while it won’t blind you with supercar drama, it will quietly get the job done with plenty of character.

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Toyota bZ4X

The Toyota bZ4X is a fresh, roomy electric crossover that pairs Toyota’s trademark reliability with bold, angular styling and a cabin designed for everyday comfort. It may not chase headlines like some flashier rivals, but for buyers who want sensible electric motoring with practical packaging and a relaxed, confident ride, it’s an easy, pleasant choice.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29700 - 31400 £
Price
36800 - 48000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.90 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13.5 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
427 km
Electric Range
444 - 568 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1658 kg
Curb weight
1970 - 2180 kg
Trunk capacity
345 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4290 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1770 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1570 mm
Height
1600 - 1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1310 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 kg
Payload
375 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
167 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
140 - 160 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
265 - 338 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
123 - 252 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Toyota

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What drivetrain options does the BYD Dolphin have?

The BYD Dolphin is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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